Dragana Stijepovic, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Dragana!

Glad to see you are taking steps toward emotional growth, healing, and self-care. It can be frightening and challenging. We will walk your journey's path together until you are ready to walk it alone. "As you start to walk on the way, the way appears." -Rumi

My focus

The clients I work with daily are those with serious health issues, including anxiety, phobias, depression, stress, and family issues.

My approach

I have worked with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, and severe health issues, like cancer and kidney failure. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and symptom-targeted intervention.

My communication style

Working with me feels like a calm, safe space that is a no-judgment zone. I provide a lot of emotional hugs and support. Positive thinking with motivation to see the beauty in you is what it looks like working with me.

My journey to mental healthcare

My younger sister struggled with bipolar disorder. I saw how it crippled her life at a very young age. I promised her and myself that I would find ways to help her. In the process, I learned and grew as a therapist.

My goals for you

Counseling is a process of looking at a situation with a new set of eyes, a new perspective. Remember, you don't need fixing. You need support. We are never broken, just sometimes bent out of shape. You can do this!

Our first session

The first session with me is all about getting to know each other and understanding the expectations of this amazing journey we will be on for the next few weeks.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Behavioral Activation

Biofeedback

Christian Counseling

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

Blind

Cancer

First Generation American/Immigrant Parents

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from California State University, Los Angeles.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Dragana Stijepovic